What to do if you get QuickBooks error 6210?

When the QuickBooks error arises, it displays an error message on the screen that states: A computer that is not the server computer is hosting the company file. The error usually triggers when a user tries to access the company file stored on the host computer. Corrupt installation of QuickBooks and damaged QuickBooks company file data are the major causes behind the error. For more or in-depth information on QuickBooks error 6210, its causes and troubleshooting techniques, read the article until the end.

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Reasons that trigger QuickBooks Desktop error 6210

Here are some possible causes behind the error:

1. QuickBooks Desktop installation is incomplete.
2. The error might also occur due to damage or corruption to some QuickBooks data files.
3. Windows firewall is obstructing QuickBooks from communicating with other workstations in multi-user environments.

Now that you know what triggers the error, fix the same by following the solutions given below.

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Most Effective Solutions to Rectify QuickBooks error code 6210

Solution 1. Run Qbdbmgrn from the QuickBooks Tool Hub

You might encounter the error if QuickBooks Database Server Manager is not working. However, you can fix this by running it from the QuickBooks Tool Hub. To do so, you need have QuickBooks Tool Hub installed on your device. Else, follow the steps given below:

1. Close all company files before quitting QuickBooks Desktop.
2. Get the latest version of QuickBooks Tool Hub.
3. Save the setup file to Downloads so you can easily find it.
4. Go to Downloads, open the file and follow the step-wise instructions. It will start the installation process.
5. Next, you need to agree to the terms and conditions to complete the installation process.
6. When done, find QuickBooks Tool Hub icon on your desktop and double-click it.
7. From the tool hub, choose Network Issues and click QuickBooks Database Server Manager.
8. Look for your company file folder, then click Start Scan.
9. If you find the same, browse to the company file location and then click Start Scan.
10. Open QuickBooks and the company file.

If the solution given above doesn’t fix the error, try the next one.

Solution 2. Try to open the company data file locally

1. Locate the folder that contains the QuickBooks company files and open it.
2. Search for the files with .qbw extension, right-click it and select Copy.
3. Paste the files to desktop, then open the No Company Open window by holding the Ctrl key while opening QuickBooks.
4. Choose Open or restore an existing company. Move to desktop and open the company file you pasted.

If the error persists, move on the next solution.

Solution 3. Give new names to QuickBooks configuration files

1. Look for the folder containing QuickBooks company files.
2. Open the folder and search for the company files with .ND and .tlg extensions.
3. By right-clicking each file, select the Rename option and add .OLD after the extensions.
4. Open QuickBooks and then the company file.

We have done our best to help you resolve QuickBooks error 6210. If the error continues even after following the above discussed solutions, get in touch with the QuickBooks technical support team by calling us on our helpline number +1 800-579-9430.

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